After receiving much praise for their 2012 self-titled LP, Swearin’ dropped its follow-up, Surfing Strange (Salinas/Wichita), earlier this week. On it, you’ll find a more balance of duties from the band members with bassist Kyle Spencer and guitarist Keith Gilbride making their presence more pronounced with the authoring of songs; however, have no fear, fans of their previous album – you’ll still find the lion’s share of the record featuring the works of Allison Crutchfield. Swearin’ will be rockin’ out this evening at one of West Philly’s favorite DIY spaces, Golden Tea House, to celebrate the release of Surfing Strange alongside Salinas labelmates The Ambulars and hardcore crew Bad Energy, as they prep to head out on tour again (recently returning from a European tour with Waxahatchee) towards the end of this month into December in support of their latest offering. Golden Tea House, (Please contact one of the acts or venue for more info.), 8pm, $5-$7, All Ages – Alexis V.
Portland
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Aan at Bunk Bar 11.12
Aan evokes emotion in a way that is both unsettling and exciting. Delivering a constant flow of unconventional melodies, haunting feedback and expanding sound, the mind-altering experience is one to remember. There is an ideal mix of experimental rock with an alternative backbone and a heavy psyche-pop flirtation. This isn’t just noise. Jump on the vehicle of tingling soundscapes to get away from your micro-managing boss, needy friends and significant other who no longer has anything in common with you. Get away from anything you want with this island-escapism rock. They will be playing at Bunk Bar on November 12th with LA babes, Gothic Tropic and local musician Neal Morgan. Lend your imagination but leave your expectations about local music behind. – Colette Pomerleau
NYC
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NYC Artists on the rise: Goodman, live at Muchmore on 11.15
Another of the never-ending stream of way too talented young artists to come from the Mama Coco’s Funky Kitchen scene, Goodman takes from rock n’ roll’s early sensibilities and supercharges them with catchy as hell pop melodies and helter-skelter screams and shouts. Sort of like Arctic Monkeys if they were a bit sunnier. Latest single ‘Like What They Like’ is just more icing on the cake. A kiss-off to small town haters, and the promise of greater things to come for the 23-year-old artist. See him when he plays Nov 15 at Muchmore’s. – Mike Levine @Goldnuggets)
We added this song to The Deli’s playlist of Best NYC songs by emerging NYC artists – check it out!
NYC
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Brooklyn Punk: We Ride On to play Don Pedro’s on 11/9 (tomorrow)
Emerging Brooklyn punk trio We Ride On mold after Fugazi but take their own creative angle and claim their own sound. They’re set to play Don Pedro’s in their home neighborhood tomorrow night with The Rutabega, Risk Reward, Joshua Jesty and Marmora. Listen to the raucous vocals of the track “Hot Spit” off of their most recent LP titled ‘Have Some’ via Bandcamp below. – Michael Haskoor (@Tweetskoor)
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Portland
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Just Lions Release Video for “Monsters”
Just Lions have released a new video for the title track off of their Monsters EP. The nostalgic black and white video portrays a story of young couple falling in love and being attacked by a ghoulish antagonist in between shots of the band rocking out in a campy set. Watch the video below and be sure to see Just Lions tonight at Doug Fir with Symmetry Symmetry and Alexander Tragedy. – Benjamin Toledo
Philadelphia
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The Interest Group Opening for Luke Temple at The Boot & Saddle Nov. 8
The Boot & Saddle sure is trying to get on my good side, and I think it’s working. Tonight catch retro pop rockers The Interest Group channel their 60’s-era spirit animals. Smooth female vocals and classic lyrics give these vaguely psychedelic songs a warm and fuzzy twist, and the band’s two wonderful August singles (aptly released on 7”) will undoubtedly transport you to another time and place. Headlining the night will be the Boston-bred falsetto aficionado, Luke Temple, who also fronts NYC’s Here We Go Magic. Rolling off of the release of his new 80’s-pop-inspired album Good Mood Fool, the show is sure to put you in a good mood. Get it? Sorry, I like telling bad jokes too. Boot & Saddle, 1131 S. Broad St., 9pm, $12, 21+ – Maggie Grabmeier
Portland
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Album Review: Portraiturefolio by Grandhorse
Formed in spring of 2012, Grandhorse gallops in with Portraiturefolio, their fierce debut effort. According to the band’s bio, it all started with guitarist Adam Steinfink and drummer Devon Shirley writing songs in a "dank basement". Despite the dank origins, the two (along with guitarist David Lloyd and singer Adam Smith) have produced a cloud-worthy canon of celestial pop, bound for ascension. The opening track, "Short Ride With A Kidnapper" butts dark lyrics against deceivingly pleasant pop. "Out of Sight" is smothered in gloomy webs of guitar and "Ocean" gives us a simple, surf-laden 3/4 piece with a catchy 50’s feel. "Heart Strings", my personal favorite, features an infectious guitar melody layered over a stable bass and synth drone. In all these tracks, Grandhorse has a keen way of adding in a layer of Tame Impala-esque fuzz. Portaiturefolio also shines in its lyrical complexity. In "Qualia", what appears at first to be a raucous party jam progresses into a poignant, philosophical commentary on substance use, perception and ultimate subjectivity. Another stand-out, the epic closer,"Petrichor", sets an enigmatic schizophrenic dialogue to a dense and driving backdrone, culminating in a wonderfully cathartic 4 minute jam of pure sonic release. Definitely worth a listen, Portaiturefolio depicts a band sure to be on to bigger things. – Ted Jamison
Portland
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Melville at The Hawthorne Theatre 11.9
Melville is a band with roots in americana and alt-country. Those roots clearly influenced their new album, however the current sound that is Melville is firmly filed under the "rock and roll" section at your local record store, in case you were hoping to pick up a copy of the band’s recently released EP, Maquette. With an anything but shallow rock sound, Melville mixes layered electric guitars in unique and often beautiful ways, taking a break from a driving song line up to bring moving instrumental rock moments like “Einleitung” to life. Ryan T. Jacobs is the front man and creator of this four piece force and it is clear he has worked hard to create a tight band and album with diversity and heart. See Melville tomorrow night at the Hawthorne Theatre with Minor Alps and The Upside Down. – Joy Pearson
San Francisco
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Painted Palms Has Released a New Single From Upcoming Album – Forever
The incredibly popular and talented experimental indie musical outfit, Painted Palms has released a stellar new track entitled, Spinning Signs. Painted Palms is consistent in regards to releasing amazing tracks and this new song holds up to the high quality alt pop tracks and EPs this project has been sharing over the years.
Finally ready to release a full-length album on January 14th, Painted Palms is sure to not disappoint. Give Spinning Signs a listen and make sure you pick up the LP Forever as soon as it drops! –Jordannah Elizabeth
Chicago
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Z “Spacesick”
Z from a few years ago from the ashes of Ultra Sonic Edukators. The band has spent over two years working on their debut album "Spacesick".
The result is an album that is meticulously layered and of soulful pop and indie rock. Spacesick will be released on Nov. 19th.
Chicago
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Dani Deahl and Animale
Dani Deahl and Animale have been taking the world of EDM by storm and force, and have recently released a new single "Thunderbolt". The track is apart of Dim Mak Records New Noise Compliation Vol. 5.